The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), Vijayawada has released brief notifications for 85 vacancies under three recruitment notifications. The vacancies include Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director (Forensic Science Laboratory) posts.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 6 October 2026 to 27 October 2026 through the APPSC website. The detailed notifications are expected to be published on or before 6 October 2026.
APPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Post Names | Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer, Assistant Director (FSL) |
| Total Posts | 85 |
| Departments | APPCB, Horticulture, FSL |
| Age Limit | To be notified in Detailed Notification |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, B.Sc. Horticulture, M.Sc. & relevant qualifications |
| Application Fee | To be notified |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹54,060 – ₹1,47,760 |
| Experience | 5 Years Practical Experience mandatory for Assistant Director (FSL) |
| Eligibility | Post-wise educational qualification and other conditions apply |
| Selection | Online CBRT Examination |
| Application Fee | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
| Assistant Environmental Engineer | 40 | ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 |
| Horticulture Officer | 37 | ₹54,060 – ₹1,40,540 |
| Assistant Director – FSL | 8 | ₹57,100 – ₹1,47,760 |
| Total | 85 | — |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Detailed Notification | On or before 6 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Environmental Engineer
Candidates must possess the qualification prescribed in the detailed notification for the Assistant Environmental Engineer post. The detailed educational qualification and age requirements will be confirmed through the detailed notification.
Horticulture Officer
Candidates must have a 4-year B.Sc./B.Sc. (Hons.) Degree in Horticulture from a recognised university in Andhra Pradesh or an ICAR-accredited university, as applicable.
Assistant Director – FSL
Candidates must possess the relevant qualification for Forensic Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Biology.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Assistant Director (FSL) applicants must have at least 5 years of practical experience in a Forensic Science, Chemistry, Analytical or Police Laboratory. Candidates must also have exceptionally good eyesight, and colour blindness is a disqualification.
Selection Process
The selection examination will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. There will be a single-level examination with no Screening Test.
Depending on the post, the examination includes General Studies & Mental Ability and subject-specific papers. Negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer is specified for the Assistant Environmental Engineer and Horticulture Officer examinations.
How to Apply for APPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official APPSC website.
- Check the respective Detailed Notification before applying.
- Complete the online application for the desired post.
- Enter your educational, personal and other required details carefully.
- Upload the required documents and pay the applicable fee once notified.
- Submit the application before 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Keep the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | APPSC Online Application Portal — Use the official APPSC website to access the online application when the application window opens. |
| Details PDF – AEE | Notification No. 08/2026 PDF — Contains recruitment details for 40 Assistant Environmental Engineer posts. |
| Details PDF – Horticulture Officer | Notification No. 19/2026 PDF — Contains eligibility, vacancy and examination details for 37 Horticulture Officer posts. |
| Details PDF – Assistant Director FSL | Notification No. 11/2026 PDF — Contains discipline-wise details for 8 Assistant Director FSL posts. |
| Official Website | APPSC Official Website — Check detailed notifications, updates, examination information and official announcements. |
About APPSC
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is the state public service commission responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and selecting candidates for various posts under the Andhra Pradesh Government and its departments.
FAQs
Q.1 How many vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
There are 85 vacancies for Assistant Environmental Engineer, Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director (FSL) posts.
Q.2 What is the APPSC Recruitment 2026 application date?
Online applications are scheduled from 6 October 2026 to 27 October 2026.
Q.3 Is experience required for APPSC Recruitment 2026?
Experience is post-specific. Assistant Director (FSL) requires at least 5 years of practical laboratory experience. Other requirements will be confirmed in the respective detailed notifications.
Q.4 What is the selection process?
The recruitment examination will be conducted through CBRT, with a single-level examination and no Screening Test.
Q.5 Where can I download the notification?
Candidates can download the respective AEE, Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director FSL PDFs from the official APPSC links provided above.